hillebrandite

noun

hil·​le·​brand·​ite

ˈhiləˌbranˌdīt

plural -s

: a mineral Ca₂SiO₃(OH)₂ consisting of a hydrous calcium silicate occurring in white masses

Word History

Etymology

William F. Hillebrand †1925 American chemist + English -ite

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